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Pride 2014: Still Here, Still Relevant

Published: 29/06/2014

The LGBT community’s rights have changed dramatically since the early Pride marches of the 70s. Legislative protection, the repeal of Section 28, transgender recognition and equal marriage – these are just some of the tangible results borne from decades of activism. As well as equality, the initial objectives were social acceptance and visibility; with much of central London overtaken by Saturday’s parade and over half a million attending, it would be difficult to suggest anything other than ‘mission accomplished’.